Why should I avoid feeding honey to my infant?Updated 8 months ago

Infants are advised against eating honey due to the risk of botulism, a rare but serious illness. Honey can contain spores of the bacterium *Clostridium botulinum*, which can produce a toxin in a baby's immature digestive system. This toxin can lead to muscle weakness and breathing problems, so it's recommended to avoid giving honey to children under one year of age.